Two Dance Moms Podcast - For Competition Dance Parents

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Pre Season Checklist: Getting and Doing What You Need NOW! Sep 11, 2024

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It's the beginning of the dance season! Time to prep and make sure we are ready to tackle another crazy year! Dance parents have a long list of tasks to do from booking hotels, to purchasing all the many items their dancer is required to have. We created a little checklist of all these pre-season TO DOs so we don't forget any of these important things! Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

Tasks you should do before the competition season starts
Items to buy in advance

EPISODES MENTIONED
Hotels
Ep. 17 Dance Binder: Tips to Organize, Sort, and Store All Your Dance Details
Ep. 59 Dance Parent Responsibilities: What is Expected of You at the Studio and Competitions
Ep. 24 Bag Ladies: Reviewing Every Bag a Dance Moms Needs to Stay Organized
Ep. 43 Make up Dupes: Ways to Save and Where to Splurge for Stage Makeup and More!
Ep. 4 Hair, Make up & Skincare: Tips and Products For Application and Skincare Recovery
Ep. 42 Parent Self-Care: Recharge Yourself to Best Care for Your Dancer
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Dance Parent Responsibilities: What is Expected of You at the Studio and Competitions Sep 04, 2024

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If you are walking into your very first year as a dance parent, you may have zero ideas about what is expected of you. For others who are years in, you may still not be clear on when and what you should be doing as a parent on your dancers team. While these dance parent responsibilities can vary by studio, today we want to discuss what you can expect to be required to do in your role as a mom/dad/grandparent or caretaker to a competitive dancer. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

Summer recap for Amira and Cayse
Areas Cayse and Amira struggle to be involved and excel at
Parent Responsibilities:
- Collect and organize team communications
- Attendance: bringing dancer to required weekly classes
- Purchase necessary items for the new season
- Make connections with other dance parents on your team
- Props: building, hauling, loading, unloading
- Costume care and alterations
- Full availability on competition weekends
- Team player / cheerleader
- Attendance at awards
- Completion of season

EPISODES MENTIONED
Pre Season Checklist, episode coming soon!
Ep. 3 - Costumes: Catalog, Custom, & How to Care for Them All!
Ep. 22 - Halloween Special: Dance Mom Nightmares
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Season 3 Preview! Aug 28, 2024

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We are so excited for the start of Two Dance Mom's Podcast Season 3! Listen to hear what's coming and our favorite highlights from Season 2.

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Nationals: Catching Up With Amira & Cayse Jul 22, 2024

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This summer bonus episode was recorded during our teams nationals competition. Here we discuss the highs and lows from this event and some thoughts on transitioning out of one dance season and into the next.

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Life After Dance Team: Advice From Graduated Seniors May 29, 2024

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For our final episode of Season 2, we have some extra special guests! Last year, our dance team had 3 very special Seniors graduate from high school and the comp team and they each have taken somewhat different and yet all exciting and inspiring paths. We are so grateful to have them here today. One year after graduation, to shed some light on what life can look like after graduation for our own dancers. Welcome Jayme, Mia, and Sofi to Two Dance Moms Podcast!
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

About our guests: Mia, Jayme & Sofi
Advice for dancers & parents about to walk through their last comps and recitals
How does it feel to come back and visit competitions and studio as a graduate
The greatest lesson being on a dance team taught them
Adjusting to no longer being a "Competitive Dancer"
How can parents of graduating seniors best support their dancers
Advice for graduation senior dancer team members
Top of the Topic: Top memory from dance team

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Directors Perspective on Parent to Studio Communication Pt. 2: Interview with Melissa McDaniel of TP Dance Creations May 24, 2024

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Melissa McDaniel joins us to share a Studio Directors perspective for Part 2 of our Parent to Studio Communication Episode. Melissa M. McDaniel is the founder of Turning Point Dance Creations based in North Carolina. Melissa has a worked in the dance community as an educator, director, sought after adjudicator, choreographer, and more. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

Can a Dance Parent over communicate with their director?
Communication methods and apps for teams & families.
Best ways to communicate with your dance team director
Boundaries with texting your dance studio staff
When to meet in person
Dance Director tips to parents who want to give feedback & opinions
Taboo topics a parents should not talk to a director about

LINKS FOR MELISSA
Turning Point Dance Creations

Youtube Podcast: Beyond the Steps

Contact Melissa at TPDC

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Parent to Studio Communication Pt.1: Best Practices for Discussions & Feedback (Parent Perspective) May 22, 2024

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We are all about communication being key in a happy, working relationship with your dancer’s studio. From asking questions to giving your opinion, knowing when, how, and in what way to express concerns or get clarity can make or break yours & your dancer’s team experience. Today, we want to discuss best practices for dance parents communicating with their studio from a parents perspective. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

Organizing team emails for reference
Communication and questions between parents
Best ways to communicate with your dance team director
Boundaries with texting your dance studio staff
Communicating tone
When to meet in person
Scheduling an annual "touch base" with your director
Giving Feedback with an end of season survey
Highlighting the good and positive moments from your dancers season
Top of the Topic: Top 3 Areas to cover in your end of year survey

EPISODES MENTIONED
Part Two Coming!
Ep. 55 - Directors Perspective on Parent to Studio Communication (An interview with Melissa McDaniel, TP Dance Creations)

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Choosing a Studio: What to Consider May 15, 2024

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In episode 51 with Bri Zborowski, we got into the reasons why it might be time to leave a dance studio. But what should we look for in a new studio, and how do we get the answers needed before making such a big decision for your dancer? Today we want to dive into all the things you want to research and consider when choosing a new dance studio. Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

Location: How far can you realistically drive
Training: Classes offered & levels available
Competition Program: Number and types of competitions and conventions
Safety: Dance studio and staff rules
Values: From the director down to the families, what will be accepted?
Price: Does it fit in your budget?
Top of the Topic: Top 3 Questions to ask the studio director

EPISODES MENTIONED
Ep. 51 - Switching Teams / Leaving Studios: Insights with Bri Zbrorowski
Ep. 40 - Safety at Dance Competitions: A Discussion on Protecting Your Child
Ep. 8 - Family Values: Aligning the Competition Dance World & Your Family Values
Ep. 15 - Budget: Spending Your Money with Intention

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Apolla Performance Compression Socks, Made by dancers for dancers! Increase stability and support, while reducing pain and fatigue.

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Ben Bigler of Reinforce Dance Experience: Dancer, Convention Director, & Choreographer May 08, 2024

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Todays special episode interviews industry professional, convention faculty member & owner of Reinforce Dance Experience, internationally known teacher/choreographer, Mr Ben Bigler. We cover everything from his performance at the Oscars to what went into making Reinforce Dance Experience a convention different from all the rest! Ben also provides great tips dancers and parents won't want to miss! Welcome to Two Dance Moms Podcast!

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

Ben Bigler's start in dance
Dancing in the 2024 Oscars with "I'm Just Ken" by Mandy Moore
Why start REINFORCE DANCE EXPERIENCE
How do you choose the teaching faculty
Creating class combos
What do you look for from dancers in the audition class at conventions
Tips from Ben for the audition class
Advice for kids that want to become professional dancers
Benefits for dancers who attend conventions
Top of the Topic: Top 3 "Pinch Me" moments of Ben Bigler's professional career

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Reinforce Dance Experience Fall 2024 Convention Tour: IGNITE a passion for the arts, FOSTER collaboration, & GIVE BACK to our vibrant community. NEW DATES AND LOCATIONS ADDED!

Apolla Performance Compression Socks, Made by dancers for dancers! Increase stability and support, while reducing pain and fatigue.

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Switching Teams / Leaving Studios: Insights with Bri Zborowski May 01, 2024

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We've all heard the saying “The only thing constant in life is change”. Studios change, our dancers skill levels and needs change, our family dynamics and location and availability changes and with that can bring a need for the team our dancers dance with to change. When, why, and how should one leave their current studio & team. To discuss this important topic, we collected stories from you, our listeners, and brought in an oh so important guest. Former dance director, choreographer, professional dancer and dance mom AND the owner of Apolla Performance Socks, Bri Zborowski!
Thank you to all our listeners that sent in emails detailing personal experiences leaving teams and switching studios. We truly appreciate all your insight!

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